Explore Kota Kinabalu, See sunrise atop Mount Kinabalu, Witness turtles laying their eggs, Visit an orangutan sanctuary, Enjoy a river safari in Sukau, Hear the twitter of a million swiftlets in the Gomantong Caves
This one-week trip is a fantastic introduction to the natural wonders of Sabah, from sea turtles and proboscis monkeys to the awesome summit of Mt Kinabalu. Mingle with locals in the markets of Kota Kinabalu, climb South-East Asia's highest peak, watch giant green turtles lay their eggs on Turtle Island and make friends with the orangutans at the Sepilok Sanctuary - nature and adventure lovers, Sabah will surely delight.
Physical Rating: 4 Culture Shock Rating: 3 Accommodation: Hotels (4 nts), mountain guesthouse (1 nt), cabin (1 nt) Transportation: Plane, coach/minibus, boat, walking Trip Style: Intrepid Independent Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group Budget: Allow USD $60 for meals not included.
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Sample delicious Malaysian food or scour the city markets for local handicrafts.
Days 2-3
Mt Kinabalu
It's a tough trek to Laban Rata, at 3,300 m above sea level and with a pre-dawn start the following day, but sunrise at the summit and the spectacular views make it all worth it. There's nothing quite like standing atop South-East Asia's tallest mountain.
Day 4
Turtle Island
Witness the life cycle of giant green turtles and be touched by the incredible obstacles tiny hatchlings must overcome to make it to the sea.
Day 5
Sepilok Orangutan Reserve/Sukau
See Borneo's most endearing creatures - orangutans - in Sepilok before heading out on a boat in search of proboscis monkeys in Sukau.
Venture into the cathedral-like caves of Gomantong, home to millions of bats and swiftlets, en route to Sabah's capital.
Disclaimer
* The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the time of pricing. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2008 and 31 December 2008, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full. For trips departing beyond 31 December 2008, prices are indicative only. The itineraries and dates are applicable from 01 January 2008 until 31 December 2008. Beyond 31 December 2008 dates and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All information in this brochure is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing, but please note that changes to our trips (which can be significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made to the published itineraries. Please refer to our website for the most recent update to any trip. Please note that these conditions apply to Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent trips.
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